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How to Choose and Buy Clothes for Your Baby
Expecting couples tend to make for some excited yet confused shoppers. Putting together a baby’s wardrobe can be quite puzzling and worrying as it is difficult to ascertain the right size which may perfectly fit for a baby. Also, there are so many types of baby clothing available that selection becomes a task. Buying clothes for a baby is not the same as buying clothes for yourself. It is essential to keep a few things in mind while buying baby clothes so that you may get the best thing for your baby.
Essential Baby Clothes You Should Buy
Some of the essential baby clothes that you should buy for your baby can be:
A. 2 to 4 Infant Gowns
These gowns offer easy diaper access and are convenient to wear. They are usually available in soft cotton and hence will keep your baby irritation-free and clean without any hassle.
B. 3 to 6 Bodysuits/Onesies
Bodysuits with side-snap Ts or in kimono style which have a broadhead opening and fairly loose legs for easier dressing are a good buy.
C. 4 to 6 Vests or Undershirts
Vests with snaps at the sides or shoulders which allow wide head opening may be best suited for your baby. Also, undershirts which snap below the crotch are preferable or else they would ride up.
D. 4 to 8 One-piece Pyjamas
One-piece pyjamas also make great daytime clothing for a baby. These are comfortable and your baby would wear it with ease.
E. 2 to 3 Blanket Sleepers
Blanket sleepers are being by preferred by most parents today. Blanket sleepers are a safer and practical alternative to the usual blankets for babies. So go ahead and buy one for your little one.
F. 3 to 5 Pair of Socks and Mittens
You may like getting your baby a few pairs of soft socks to keep him warm and cosy even in summers when the air conditioner is usually running. You can also buy mittens to cover your baby’s hands and to prevent him from scratching himself.
G. 3 to 5 Sweaters or Jackets
Depending on the weather conditions, your baby may require a few sweaters made with soft wool. Select the ones that button up at the front for convenient dressing.
Essential Tips to Shop for Your Baby’s Clothes
Here are some essential tips that will help you buy clothes for your newborn baby:
1. Give Priority to Comfort
While buying clothes for your baby, make sure you pick light, cotton fabric clothes. Babies have sensitive skin which can easily get irritated if they wear synthetic or clothes made of rough fabric. Prioritise your baby's comfort over style when shopping for baby clothes.
2. Keep it Simple
It is tempting to get carried away with fancy baby outfits and accessories. However, they may not be best suited for your baby with regards to his comfort and safety. Ribbons, frills, too many buttons can bother your baby and cause rashes. So, select simple clothes which you can make him wear easily and remove too. Also, ensure to remove all tags that can irritate your baby's delicate skin.
3. Keep the Weather in Mind
During winter months avoid bundling your baby in too many layers of clothing to prevent overheating. For the summer and rainy season, cotton clothes may be your best bet. In case you feel that the temperature is slightly cold, you can always opt for layering.
4. Stock the Essentials
Babies dirty their diapers a lot more times than you can imagine, hence, you will need to change their diapers and outfits too, a few times every day. So, stock up on all the baby essentials. Get an adequate number of baby essentials for the likely messy incidents and spillovers. Invest in mittens, socks, hats and caps, onesies, sweaters and zipper jackets for the winter months.
5. Make a Note of Size and Quantity
Avoid filling your baby’s closet with too many clothes as he will grow quickly and the clothes may not fit him for long. It is desirable to stock up the basics in suitable numbers and keeps purchasing as and when there is a requirement. Read the labels carefully for the size while buying. You can also enlist the help of the shopkeeper to buy appropriate-sized clothes for your baby. The acceptable norm is to buy slightly bigger clothes for your baby rather than fitted ones.
6. Opt for Easy to Wear
Clothes that are supposed to be worn over the head can be unsettling for a baby. Look for styles that do not involve wearing through the head. Preferably choose clothes with broad necks or with buttons and snaps.
7. Easy to Clean Clothes
You may like to buy clothes made of fabric which is easy to clean. Babies regularly spit-out, drool, burp, and poop. So, opt for fabrics that don't retain stains or become spoiled after frequent washing.
8. Buy Basic Things
It is also advised to buy a good supply of accessories like burp clothes and bibs so that you don’t have to change your baby’s clothes every time he spills something on his clothes. Get a ready stock of baby wipes as well.
9. Wearable Blankets
Wearable blankets are a good purchase than the regular blankets. Refrain from selecting anything too fancy or with drawstrings to prevent any strangulation and choking hazard.
10. Changing Mats
Invest in a good quality changing mat for your baby which may prove very handy when stuck in unlikely situations.
Size Guide for Buying Clothes for Your Baby
Clothes of different brands can vary in size. The size of clothes usually depends on the height and weight of the baby. Moreover, babies too have diverse body sizes and shapes.
Baby Cloth Size Chart
The following chart is a wide-ranging guide which may prove useful while buying clothes for your baby:
Age (Up to 12 months)
Weight
Size
Premature or small babies
3 kg
Size 00000
New-borns
4kg
Size 0000
Up to 3 months
6 kg
Size 000
3 to 6 months
8 kg
Size 00
6 to 9 months
10 kg
Size 0
9 to 12 months
12 kg
Size 1
Buying clothes for a baby can be perplexing, but if you know what all the things you need, it will be a fun experience. Remember to not buy too many clothes for your baby as he will grow soon and those clothes won't fit him. So, buy in the appropriate quantity and have a happy shopping experience.
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Father of My Baby, Now I Need You More Than Ever..
Dear father of my baby, it all started with us and we will be the one who will show our child what relationships are. It will be us holding hands in front of her to make her understand the bonding that we carry. But please make me feel this that before a father you were and are a husband, a partner, a companion. Our baby will see a strong mother but you are the one who has seen when her mother was down and was broken in life. I may be her ideal figure, the superwoman of her life but it’s you who has seen this superwoman crying and asking for the superman’s soul.
She may learn how to carry herself but it’s you who has seen the untold story behind those mascaraed eyes...I always want you to be by my side so that she can f-my-baby-now-i-need-you-more-then-ever/understand that she is the daughter of a loved pair. I wanted your support in every aspect of life but now I want it more. My journey from before a mom to after a mom has crossed several ups and downs but it was you who pulled and pushed me as and when needed. I want to say now as a new mom I want you
more. I want more attention towards me ..more kisses more hugs and more I-love-u moments .
Your strong lady may sometimes lose herself because she is not the same as she was, she may wobble and look for you to hold. She may be nasty but want you to make her mind correct.
I want you more, more focus, more care, more love, more praises.
I know I am not the old me, I am not that pretty, arresting, wonderful, unassailable but now I am a mother and a more beautiful soul. When I cry don’t ask me the reason just pamper me.. if you see me quiet please talk to me. If you find me awake please ask me the reason. Sometimes I may be fragile but I will be up if you will be there. Motherhood being the most amazing feel I am loving
it but sometimes it gives me a feeling of being locked up ..that’s natural, please bear with me .
Physically, mentally, spiritually, socially, financially, I need you more than before.. be with your lady and help her be what she was.
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The Story of My Childbirth
My due date was January 7th, 2019. I had heard stories of babies being delivered a few days earlier or later than expected. And so I was hoping that my baby would come on Christmas eve or on the new year, but babies have their own plans and decide on their own to arrive.
On the morning of 31st December, I lost my mucus plug. My excitement was at its peak and I thought that I would be going into labour soon. I checked with my gynaecologist and had an appointment in the evening. She did my checkup and said that there was still some time for delivery.
I was curious and asked her how long will I have to wait. She said that she couldn't tell me the exact time but that I would cross my due date. I went home quietly as I was too happy with the fact that the time had come to welcome my baby into the world. However, the time for labour was not around - my little baby had his own plans.
On the morning of January 2, I had stomach pain and experienced cramps. I tried to ignore but by afternoon, I felt too weak and was rushed to the doctor again. After the checkup, the doctor said that it should be fine and that the baby hadn't dropped much yet for labour to begin. I was again sent back home saying that there was still time. In the evening, the pain intensified and cramps got worse, but thinking about what the doctor had said, I tried to ignore. I was trying to be strong. I had dinner early that night and decided that I will sleep early. I thought that I would be fine by morning.
Around 11 pm that night, the cramps started getting worse. I thought that the cramps were contractions. I had never had false contractions throughout pregnancy so I did not even understand what they felt like. So I started surfing the net to keep myself busy and to forget the pain for a while. However, by 2 am I realised that it was not pain - they were contractions indeed. I did not want to trouble anyone at night so I thought I would somehow manage and wait till morning. But the pain was excruciating. I started calling the hospital emergency number, but nobody answered. Finally, I realised, I had another emergency number in my file and so I dialled that number at 5 am. On explaining my symptoms, I was asked to come to the hospital.
At 7 am the next day, I woke up my husband and told him that we needed to rush to the hospital. I had a feeling that I was in labour. I was in pain but I took a bath then left. My bags were ready for a week and they were in the car already. As I reached the hospital, I was 1cm dilated. My baby's heartbeat was being monitored and the intern there called my doctor and gave her all the details. They came to the conclusion that I needed to get admitted right away. After reaching the hospital, I was a bit relaxed. I was offered a juice and once the formalities were done I was shifted to the labour room.
The labour room was a very normal room and the environment was quite relaxed, but I was not. I had never been admitted to a hospital ever in life and never even had the need to go to any for even any checkup and here I was for the very first time admitted. I was induced pain and that's when the pain started getting worse. It started getting unbearable. I was screaming in pain and calling the intern doctor again and again but they couldn't help me in any way because I had to go through the pain. My gynaecologist came to me at 11 am. By then I was only 2 cm dilated and the pain was getting unbearable for me. My water did not break yet so there was nothing that could be done. By 12 pm, the doctor broke my water bag. Another induction dose was given. By that time my baby's heartbeat, as well as mine, was still being continuously monitored. The pain started getting worse and all I was doing was screaming and chanting "Ganpati Bappa Morya".
Finally, when I was 4 cm dilated I couldn't bear the pain at all and asked for an epidural. I was shifted to the delivery room. I was given an epidural by 2 pm. Within 20 minutes, I felt a bit relieved. I was even dozing off a bit in between. One complication that I had was that I wasn't getting dilated at the speed at which I should have. Neither my body nor my baby was cooperating. Finally, at 2.30 pm the doctor came and asked me to push. This went on for about 10 minutes. And I was 5 cm dilated. I was asked to rest again for a while. At 3.30 pm, the effect of epidural reduced and again the pain was unbearable. I screamed and shouted and called the anaesthetist. And I was given another dose. Again the doctor came and I had to start pushing. I was dilated 6 cm. I was stressed and wondered for how long this process would go on. I thought I would have to go for a C-section whereas I wanted to deliver my baby normally. But my hubby was by my side and assured me that everything would be fine.
The same process was carried out until 4.15 pm. I was pushing, pushing, and pushing hard, I was 8 cm dilated by then. At 4.30 pm, I was given a final dose of epidural as said by the anaesthetist. I understood that it was the last and final moment and I would be having my baby in my arms. At 4.45 pm, a panel of interns and nurses along with my gynaecologist entered the room and started getting ready. The process started again and I was asked to push. Suddenly, at 5 pm, the doctors start murmuring among themselves. Forgetting the pain I wonder what's wrong. I keep asking the doctor again and again but nobody tells me anything. Suddenly I see a vacuum being prepared. I stress out more wondering whether my delivery would be using the vacuum. One nurse climbed on my bed and when asked to push literally pressed my stomach so hard. I almost died at that moment. But nothing worked. The doctor performed an episiotomy and again I pushed. The baby's heartbeat increased, my heartbeat increased and finally at 5.35 pm, my baby boy was born. I gave birth after 16 hours of labour.
Then after having held my baby in my arms for about 5 minutes, they took my baby away. I got to know that my baby had pooped at the last moment which increased the delivery complications and this was what everyone around was murmuring about a few minutes back. But somehow I managed to have a normal delivery. But then my baby had a few difficulties in breathing and was taken in the NICU for a few hours. And finally, at 11 pm, I was given my baby in my arms again.
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Carrot Corn Pasta in Creamy Cashew Sauce
As a mom you have to keep innovating and trying out new recipes to please the young fussy eaters. Here is a quick pasta recipe for your kid’s lunch box which will assure that he licks off his tiffin clean. You can add other veggies of your choice too – peas, broccoli, mushrooms, etc., depending on what your kid likes. It also has the nutrition from cashew sauce we've prepared here.
Serves
Preparation Time
Cooking Time
2 People
10-15 Minutes
15-20 Minutes
Ingredients
¼ cups cashew nuts, chopped
2 tbsp cornflour
100 g macaroni pasta
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic clove, finely minced
3 tbsp capsicum, chopped
1 tsp dried Italian basil
1 tsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp oil
½ cup carrots, chopped
½ cup sweetcorn, boiled
Method
Step 1
Soak cashew in water overnight. For quick soaking, soak the cashews in water in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave it for 2 minutes on high; set aside to cool.
Step 2
To make the sauce, in a mixer jar, add the drained cashews, lemon juice, cornstarch, 1 tbsp oil and ½ cup water. Blend it into a smooth sauce.
Step 3
Boil the pasta as per the package instructions. When cooked, reserve 1 cup of the pasta water and drain the pasta.
Step 4
In a large pan, add with some oil, sauté onions on medium heat for about 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for a couple of minutes. Add carrots; cook till the carrots are tender. Add the prepared sauce and seasoning. Stir.
Step 5
At this point, if the sauce is too thick, stir in some of the reserved pasta water, as needed.
Step 6
Now, add the cooked pasta and boiled sweetcorn and stir to combine. The sauce should coat the veggies and pasta. Check seasoning and adjust as per taste.Pack it into your kid’s lunch box.
Nutritional Information
Calories
466 K cal
Proteins
10.9 g
Fat
23.4 g
Carbohydrates
56.2 g
Cholesterol
37 mg
Sodium
58mg
Potassium
565 mg
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Tofu with Stir Fried Veggies
Bring teens into the kitchen with real-meal dishes and give them healthier alternatives to their favourite fast-food versions. This recipe contains ingredients which have to be simply thrown in and sautéd for 5 minutes. Nutritionally, this dish is high in minerals, vitamins and fiber, while being low on cholesterol.
Serves
Preparation Time
Cooking Time
4 People
5-10 Minutes
10-15 Minutes
Ingredients
1/2 tsp sesame oil
1/2 tsp olive oil
1/2 cup chopped asparagus (about 6 spears)
1/2 bell pepper (red or orange), sliced
1/2 cup broccoli florets, chopped
1/2 cup carrots, chopped
4 oz firm tofu (let drain for 5 to 10 minutes before stir-frying), cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
pinch of salt and pepper
Method
Step 1
Take a wok or a large frying pan, and pour sesame and olive oil into it. Keep it on medium-high heat.
Step 2
Add broccoli and carrots and saute for about 4 minutes, or until tender.
Step 3
Remove the broccoli and carrots, and set aside.
Step 4
Next, add asparagus and bell peppers to the same wok and saute for about 3 minutes, or until tender.
Step 5
Add broccoli and carrots back to wok.
Step 6
Add tofu, soy sauce, salt and pepper and saute for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
Nutritional Information
Calories
56 Kcal
Proteins
3.9 g
Total Fat
2.5 g
Total Carbohydrates
5.5 g
Cholesterol
0 mg
Sodium
174 mg
Potassium
237 mg
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I still remember very clearly, my breastfeeding journey began much before the little one had arrived; I feel this is because I was adamant that I wanted my child to be breastfed entirely. So I was on a mission. I researched everything so well, was speaking to my pre-natal coaches and gathering tips from my mom, friends, and most importantly reading up as much as possible. So finally, when the day arrived for the first latch, my son had no problem latching on right away. So basically, I made sure that I was aware of the techniques. Also, despite a C-section delivery, the first prevalent myth was busted right there that you can't feed comfortably if you have a C-section.
I had a late pregnancy and was always doubtful if I would be able to have a healthy pregnancy or not. So I made sure I was doing three things religiously -first, reading up on pregnancy and post-pregnancy care. Second, eating right during and significantly after pregnancy, and last but not the least exercising. One more thing that goes without saying is the support of your spouse, which is the most important. I remember tagging along with my husband to as many prenatal classes as possible, so he also understands the process easily.
There can’t be anything more comforting than a supporting husband. I significantly remember the first three months being the toughest for a first-time mom, most especially the feeding sessions, which last for 20 minutes each. Then comes the burping process right after. Then the diaper change if needed and before you know it, it’s time again for the next feed. Every two hours, the child requires a feeding session. So, I was able to keep up and complete the three months with my baby gaining more weight than projected. We kept going at this pace, making sure I was feeding my baby every two hours.
Okay, I want to emphasise and, as I do, tell every new mom that I meet, to follow this schedule. It will help to set up a routine for you and your baby and fetch you some me-time while the baby sleeps. Because my baby was on a clock,I knew exactly what time I needed to feed him. So if you happen to schedule their bath time and feeding times correctly, their sleep time will fall in place without any hassles. Trust me when I say this, I had prepared a timetable for my baby by the end of six months. It just made life much simpler. Of course, there were good and not so good days, but that is all a part of the journey!
There are peaks and valleys with breastfeeding, and sometimes you will thoroughly enjoy it, and sometimes you will resent it. But in the end, you will not regret that you stuck with it, even though you did not feel that joy 100% of the time. When you are in a valley, be rest assured that the joy you have felt while feeding in the past will reappear, and you will be glad you pushed through and reap the benefits for a long time to come.
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A. Constipation in Babies less than 1 year is very common and more in formula fed babies and also when initially the semi solid food has been started after 6 months .
you can give bonnisan drops and some enzyme preparations in proper dose suggested by doctor angyd cow's milk should be avoided before 1 year of age . Medications are required but it shobuld be given only in medical supervision .
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